Community Briefs: Luncheon, training for new volunteers

Published: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 10:47 a.m.

Last Modified: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 10:47 a.m.

Luncheon, training for new volunteers

Come enjoy a luncheon at the Historic Johnson Farm at noon March 30. At this luncheon you can become trained as one of the farm's docents and join many others as a member of the farm's extended family.

Participants will become immersed in the history of the farm and, by extension, the history of the entire region. The farmhouse is filled with original furniture and many other artifacts whose stories transport visitors back into a time when living was much different than today's fast pace. Learning the history of the two men who donated their property to the Hendersonville schools will encourage you to become part of their legacy to the students of today.

You can help to fill the farm's need for additional docents and other volunteers for the summer months. To enjoy the meal and join a family of devoted volunteers, call 828-891-6585 to reserve your spot.

Adopt-a-Stream training planned

ECO, The Environmental & Conservation Organization, of Hendersonville will host a hands-on Adopt-A-Stream Training from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31. Learn about a community-based monitoring program where you will receive both classroom and field experience for identifying stream health and water quality issues. After the training, you'll be able to join an existing Adopt-a-Stream team or start your own to become an environmental steward.

Participants will be in the ECO conference room from 10 a.m. to noon to talk about the updated program handbook, web-based mapping tools, watershed health, and identifying pollution issues. From 1 to 2 p.m., participants will be able to practice the Adopt-a-Stream surveying protocol at a local stream. Carpooling is encouraged.

Participants should bring a snack, a water bottle and appropriate outdoor clothing/rain gear. We will not be getting into the stream, so boots/waders are not necessary. Donations are gladly accepted to help cover costs of printed materials.

Registration is required. Call 828-692-0385 to sign-up or visit http://eco-wnc.org/ for more information.

‘Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?

Blue Ridge Community Health Services will host its third annual "Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?" fundraising event at 6:30 p.m. March 29 at North Henderson High School auditorium. This special event will pair community leaders with elementary school students in a trivia competition.

Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students and can be purchased at www.brchs.com or by calling 828-692-4289, Ext. 2527. All funds raised will support BRCHS school health programs in Henderson County.

BBQ Expo to raise foundation money

The annual Henderson County Boyd BBQ Expo will be 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 21 at Diets Field at Hendersonville High School. The event is a fundraiser for the Henderson County Education Foundation.

Visitors can enjoy award-winning barbecue from a variety of vendors, rides, games, a high-flying BMX stunt show, racing pigs and more. A variety of artists will provide music throughout the day. Visitors can also voice their opinions on the next potential Chick-fil-A sauce.

Admission is $6 for adults.

Children age 12 and younger will be admitted free. Additional charges might apply for some attractions.

<p>Luncheon, training for new volunteers</p><p>Come enjoy a luncheon at the Historic Johnson Farm at noon March 30. At this luncheon you can become trained as one of the farm's docents and join many others as a member of the farm's extended family.</p><p>Participants will become immersed in the history of the farm and, by extension, the history of the entire region. The farmhouse is filled with original furniture and many other artifacts whose stories transport visitors back into a time when living was much different than today's fast pace. Learning the history of the two men who donated their property to the Hendersonville schools will encourage you to become part of their legacy to the students of today.</p><p>You can help to fill the farm's need for additional docents and other volunteers for the summer months. To enjoy the meal and join a family of devoted volunteers, call 828-891-6585 to reserve your spot. </p><p>Adopt-a-Stream training planned</p><p>ECO, The Environmental & Conservation Organization, of Hendersonville will host a hands-on Adopt-A-Stream Training from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31. Learn about a community-based monitoring program where you will receive both classroom and field experience for identifying stream health and water quality issues. After the training, you'll be able to join an existing Adopt-a-Stream team or start your own to become an environmental steward.</p><p>Participants will be in the ECO conference room from 10 a.m. to noon to talk about the updated program handbook, web-based mapping tools, watershed health, and identifying pollution issues. From 1 to 2 p.m., participants will be able to practice the Adopt-a-Stream surveying protocol at a local stream. Carpooling is encouraged.</p><p>Participants should bring a snack, a water bottle and appropriate outdoor clothing/rain gear. We will not be getting into the stream, so boots/waders are not necessary. Donations are gladly accepted to help cover costs of printed materials.</p><p>Registration is required. Call 828-692-0385 to sign-up or visit http://eco-wnc.org/ for more information.</p><p>'Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?</p><p>Blue Ridge Community Health Services will host its third annual "Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?" fundraising event at 6:30 p.m. March 29 at North Henderson High School auditorium. This special event will pair community leaders with elementary school students in a trivia competition.</p><p>This year's participants will include Bob Williford, Mark Morse, Jim Rasmussen, McCray Benson, Diane Norman, Ragan Ward, Mayor Barbara Volk, Tommy Thompson, Karen Wynne, Jay Kirby, Chuck Hill, Joe McGuire, Liston Smith and Brad Wilson.</p><p>Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students and can be purchased at www.brchs.com or by calling 828-692-4289, Ext. 2527. All funds raised will support BRCHS school health programs in Henderson County.</p><p>BBQ Expo to raise foundation money</p><p>The annual Henderson County Boyd BBQ Expo will be 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 21 at Diets Field at Hendersonville High School. The event is a fundraiser for the Henderson County Education Foundation. </p><p>Visitors can enjoy award-winning barbecue from a variety of vendors, rides, games, a high-flying BMX stunt show, racing pigs and more. A variety of artists will provide music throughout the day. Visitors can also voice their opinions on the next potential Chick-fil-A sauce.</p><p>Admission is $6 for adults. </p><p>Children age 12 and younger will be admitted free. Additional charges might apply for some attractions.</p>